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Limmud LA Festival to Feature Israeli Figures, Jewish Learning
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Limmud LA will host a Jewish learning festival in Los Angeles from January 17-18, 2027, featuring Israeli public figures, writers, and activists. The event will cover topics from politics to AI and includes over 100 presenters. It is being relaunched in memory of volunteer Alex Shwarzstein and aims to foster learning across diverse Jewish backgrounds.
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- Limmud LA festival returns to Los Angeles January 17-18, 2027, with diverse programming.
- Featured speakers include former Israeli minister Pnina Tamano-Shata and author Yossi Klein Halevi.
- Over 100 presenters are expected, alongside family activities and a music festival.
- The event is dedicated to the memory of Limmud volunteer Alex Shwarzstein.
- Limmud North America CEO David Singer highlighted the festival's inclusive spirit.
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